Health and Fitness
The latest Health & Fitness articles from Marie Claire.
Health and Fitness
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As someone who works out five times a week, Sweaty Betty kit has long been a go-to - and now is a great time to shop the brand
Kit that lasts the long run.
By Ally Head
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I never considered investing in an at-home Reformer Pilates machine - until I realised how much I’d save by skipping classes
Get the same results at home - for less
By Valeza Bakolli
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I've tested thousands of items of fit kit in my time - lululemon always comes out tops and you won't get it at a better price than RN
Kit that feels like a second skin.
By Ally Head
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I'm a Health Editor who runs marathons for fun - these are officially the 20 best gym leggings you can buy
Some are currently discounted for Black Friday, too.
By Ally Head
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We've tried every item from the lululemon Align range - and thanks to a rare discount, I've never seen it as affordable
Tried and tested.
By Ally Head
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I was fully prepared to call the trending TikTok walking pad a fad, but it's seriously improved my fitness
Considering investing? We've rounded up the best early Black Friday discounts, too.
By Ally Head
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Struggling to get up in the morning? MC Editors confirm: these 13 sunrise alarm clocks make waking up a joy
Rise and shine...
By Grace Lindsay
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These are, hands down, the 10 best hydration vests according to runners who workout most days
Whether you're a casual runner or training for your next marathon.
By Sofia Piza
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Fasted workouts have long been hailed as *the* way to boost metabolism - but new research suggests women have been misled. Here, top experts explain
Worth trying or one to skip?
By Ally Head
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Wondering if Adanola is having a Black Friday sale? We've asked the brand - plus, my must-buy items, as a Health Editor
Easily one of my go-to's for athleisurewear.
By Ally Head
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I tried the Lumen device to track my metabolism for six months—and learnt an unbelievable amount about my body
You can get a huge £120 off this Black Friday
By Sunil Makan
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Feeling run down? 6 exercise moves that a trainer swears by to relieve tension and boost calm during busy periods
And... breathe.
By Ally Head
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Hear me out: Pilates bars are an even more affordable alternative to at-home Reformer machines - here are the only ones we'd recommend
Upgrade your Pilates workouts for (way) less
By Valeza Bakolli
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Too busy? Experts confirm: 7 best YouTube workouts you can do in under 10 minutes for a speedy yet effective session
Super speedy sweat sessions for a festive win.
By Anna Bartter
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I tried Pilates Hundreds every day - and might just keep it up, they were so effective
A classic Pilates move for the win.
By Anna Bartter
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These are *officially* the 12 best Pilates socks money can buy, according to our Fitness Editors
Oh, and they're great for hot yoga and Barre, too.
By Grace Lindsay
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Planks are one of the best full-body workout moves you can do – 4 different types, plus which is most effective
This one's worth reading.
By Abbi Henderson
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On the hunt for the best protein powder for women? 10 a Health Editor uses to boost satiety and build muscle
Let the gains, begin.
By Ally Head
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I go to the gym five times a week - and these are the 10 items of plus-sized gym wear that I wear on repeat
Meet the inclusive brands making waves in activewear.
By Stephanie Yeboah
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Working out but not seeing results? A PT confirms whether 30-minute workouts are top-tier for boosting fitness
Sometimes, less is really more.
By Anna Bartter
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Hip thrusts are often considered the ultimate move for glute gains – so are they really effective for supercharging strength and muscle?
Your need-to-knows.
By Abbi Henderson
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Indoor walking challenges are trending as the simplest way to get fit from home - 6 best to try to up your steps
Walk this way to a fitter, stronger you
By Anna Bartter
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As the Operation 66 fitness challenge goes viral - is it worth trying or just another pressure-focused trend?
The new 75-Hard?
By Chloe Gray
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No time? No problem - 7 best home workouts you can do to boost core strength in under 20 minutes
Prepare to work those abs and obliques.
By Anna Bartter
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As it's revealed gynaecological waitlists have doubled in the UK, we ask - why are female health diagnoses taking so long?
New BBC stats show a staggering three-quarters of a million women's health appointments are still waiting to happen.
By Ally Head
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Stop what you're doing: these are the 6 best Pilates band exercises you can do to build strength from home, fast
Simple yet effective.
By Abbi Henderson
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New to fitness but want to see quick results? Resistance band core workouts for beginners are the place to start - 7 best
Easy, effective and affordable - don't sleep on resistance band benefits
By Anna Bartter